Papaya Salmonella Outbreak Death Reported in California
One person in California has died of a severe Salmonella infection after eating Maradol papayas imported from Mexico, bringing the total case count to 235 illnesses with 2 deaths in 26 states.
Fiat-Chrysler Recalls Nearly 500,000 Dodge Ram Pickups Over Fire Hazard
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) is recalling nearly a half-million Ram trucks to repair a potentially defective water pump that could lead to overheating and/or engine fires.
Single Shot May Someday Deliver All Childhood Vaccines
Scientists have invented an all-in-one injection that could eventually enable children to receive all of their vaccines in a single shot.
Listeria Outbreak Linked to Soft Cheese in Rhode Island
Health officials in Rhode Island are urging all women — especially pregnant women — to avoid eating raw milk cheese after 2 cases of infections with Listeria.
Meat Products Recalled for Potential Staph Contamination
A Washington company is recalling about 1,250 pounds of meat products over potential contamination with staphylococcal enterotoxin, a bacterium that causes severe foodborne illness.
Over 1 Million Ford Explorers Facing Recall Over Fumes, Exhaust Leaks
At least 1.33 million Ford Explorers from model years 2011-2017 may be recalled after thousands of consumers reported exhaust fumes inside the cabin.
Australia Reports 56 Cases of Breast Implant Cancer
Health officials in Australia reported 56 cases of Anaplastic Large-Cell Lymphoma (ALCL) in woman with breast implants, including 3 deaths since 2007.
Pressure Cooker Explosion Burn Victims in Florida
Several people in South Florida have been severely burned by exploding pressure cookers in recent years, including a 2-year-old girl who was burned on 60% of her body and had her leg amputated.
Is Apple’s Latest, Greatest Smartphone in the Universe Really Worth $1,000?
The iPhone X is making waves this week, but not just for its cutting-edge OLED display, but also because it’s the most expensive iPhone Apple has ever released at $999. Is it really worth it?
Moonrays Globe Lights Recalled for Fire Hazard
Nearly 20,000 Moonrays Mystic Globe and Winter Snow Globe outdoor LED stake lights were recalled due to a fire hazard.